What constitutes a ‘dispute’?

A difference of opinion between board members about a proposed decision is not a 'dispute'. It is the normal difference of views which the board talks through together before voting to make a decision.

Occasionally, however, the effective functioning of a board is disrupted by a dispute between members, usually based on personality conflicts or ideological differences. This is against the public interest and must be resolved as soon as possible.

Model policies

Standard for major agencies

It is basic good governance for all DELWP agencies to have a Dispute Resolution policy in place for board members.